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Their solicitors A&L Goodbody wrote to the protestors advising that while they were “sympathetic to the plight of those that are homeless” they “cannot allow the property to be unlawfully occupied by trespassers”.

They added that this was “particularly in light of the condition of the property and the obvious health and safety concerns”.

The legal firm wants to meet with Home Sweet Home with a view to agreeing an immediate and orderly vacation of the premises.

A spokesperson said: “In the event that those who are unlawfully trespassing on the property are not willing to vacate the property the receivers will have no alternative but to apply to court for the necessary orders compelling those persons to vacate the property”.

Home Sweet Home co-founder Brendan Ogle said the coalition were satisfied that the building was “safe” for people to sleep in.